The third T20I between New Zealand and Australia at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui on October 4, is set for a high drama as both sides gear up for a decisive clash. With the second game abandoned due to rain, Australia hold a 1-0 lead and aim to seal the series unbeaten, while New Zealand are determined to square things up on home turf.Australia target clean sweepAustralia enter the decider riding on formidable T20I form, having won 11 of their last 12 matches. In the series opener, captain Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head provided a blistering start, while Tim David showcased…

India‘s refusal to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as Pakistan’s Interior Minister, has sparked intense debate worldwide. After India’s five-wicket win over Pakistan in the final, Naqvi reportedly took the trophy and winners’ medals to his hotel room in Dubai instead of presenting them to the team. The incident highlighted how political tensions can overshadow sporting events. South African cricket legend AB de Villiers weighed in, strongly criticizing the decision.AB de Villiers condemns politics in cricket during Asia Cup 2025 final between India and PakistanOn his weekly #360 YouTube program, De…

The Indore showdown of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 produced a spectacle of contrasting fortunes as Australia Women outclassed New Zealand Women by 89 runs in the second match of the tournament. Ashleigh Gardner scripted history with a record-breaking century at No. 6, powering the Aussies to a daunting 326. In response, Sophie Devine fought a lone battle with a superb hundred, but a disciplined bowling performance led by Sophie Molineux and Annabel Sutherland ensured Australia’s dominance as New Zealand were bowled out for 237 in 43.2 overs.CWC 2025: Ashleigh Gardner’s century sparks Australian dominanceAustralia opted to bat first…

India began their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 campaign with a dominant 59-run win against Sri Lanka at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. After a mid-innings collapse threatened their batting momentum, Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur steadied the ship with crucial half-centuries, lifting India to a competitive 269/8. In reply, Sri Lanka started positively through captain Chamari Athapaththu but faltered against disciplined Indian bowling, folding for 211 in 45.4 overs. The opening game set the tone for India’s campaign, showcasing both resilience with the bat and sharp execution with the ball.Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur turn the tide and revives…

India’s triumph in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan took an emotional turn as captain Suryakumar Yadav pledged his entire match fee from the tournament to the Indian Army. The Men in Blue defended their continental dominance in Dubai with a hard-fought five-wicket victory, securing their ninth Asia Cup crown. However, what should have been a celebratory evening was overshadowed by post-match drama at the presentation ceremony.Suryakumar Yadav’s heartfelt gesture for Indian Army after Asia Cup 2025 triumphSuryakumar, who has been at the center of India’s spectacular campaign, announced in the post-match press conference that he would donate his…

India scripted yet another chapter in their enduring Asia Cup saga, defeating Pakistan in a thrilling finale at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The final, held on September 28, 2025, saw the two arch-rivals lock horns in a high-stakes T20 clash. India’s bowlers set the tone early, restricting Pakistan to a modest 146 all out in 19.1 overs. Despite a fighting half-century from Sahibzada Farhan, Pakistan couldn’t build enough partnerships to challenge the Indian chase. The tension remained until the final over, with every run crucial in the race to 147. Tilak Varma and Kuldeep Yadav were the standout performers…

The ongoing Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE has brought plenty of drama on the field, but it has also given cricket fans moments of humanity that go beyond sport. One such touching incident came during India’s clash against Sri Lanka in Dubai on Friday when Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav consoled young Sri Lankan spinner Dunith Wellalage, who is going through the toughest phase of his life after losing his father midway through the tournament.Dunith Wellalage’s personal tragedy during Asia Cup 2025 gameFor Wellalage, this edition of the Asia Cup has carried emotions of both responsibility and sorrow. The 22-year-old…

India and Sri Lanka locked horns in an electrifying 18th match of the Super Fours stage at the Asia Cup 2025, played on the night of September 26 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With both sides evenly poised in the tournament, this clash promised intensity and high drama. India, batting first, set a formidable target of 202 runs for five wickets in their full allocation of 20 overs. The chase was anchored by Sri Lanka’s star opener Pathum Nissanka, whose scintillating century gave his team a strong chance against a relentless Indian bowling attack. The contest culminated in a super…

In a high-stakes Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours clash at Dubai on September 25, Pakistan and Bangladesh locked horns in what turned out to be a gripping 17th match. With the winner destined to move on to the final against India, tension and excitement filled the air at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Bangladesh, opting to bowl first after winning the toss, sought to restrict Pakistan to a modest total and chase it down to grab the much-coveted final spot. The drama unfolded as Pakistan posted a fighting total of 135 for 8 in their 20 overs, and then leaned…

In a high-octane Super 4 clash of the Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai, India secured a comprehensive 41-run victory over Bangladesh to book their place in the final. Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 37-ball 75 laid the foundation, complemented brilliantly by left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav’s devastating spell of 3/18.Chasing a competitive 169, Bangladesh could manage only 127 in 19.3 overs, with Saif Hassan top-scoring with a battling 69 off 51 balls. India’s powerplay fireworks, led by the opening pair of Abhishek and Shubman Gill, set the tone for the match. Despite a few hiccups in the middle order, the Men in Blue’s…